One Pot Chicken and Rice

A delicious and hearty one-pot meal featuring juicy chicken, fragrant rice, and vibrant vegetables, perfect for family gatherings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Comfort Food

Calories: 400

Main Ingredients

1 pound boneless chicken thighs or breasts Choose thighs for more flavor.
1 cup rice (preferably long-grain or jasmine) Rinse before use.
2 cups chicken broth Low sodium recommended.
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, peas, carrots) Feel free to substitute with your favorites.
1 teaspoon paprika or your favorite seasoning
to taste salt and pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
for garnishing fresh herbs (e.g., parsley or cilantro) Chopped.

Preparation

Gather all the ingredients listed. Chop the onion and garlic, and cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.

Sauté Chicken

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, season with salt, pepper, and paprika, and sauté until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Cook Vegetables

In the same pot, add the chopped onion and garlic. Cook until fragrant and the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Combine Rice and Broth

Add the rice to the pot and stir to coat in the oil and onion mixture. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Stir in mixed vegetables if desired.

Simmer

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and add the browned chicken back into the pot. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until rice is fluffy.

Garnishing

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove with a splash of chicken broth to refresh.